Every day both reported and unreported incidents of abuse occur in nursing homes — so frequently, in fact, that there have been many major lawsuits filed against negligent nursing homes and staff. It’s estimated that 2.1 million people in nursing homes are victims of abuse every year; however, 70 percent of these cases are never...Read More
Since the Zika Virus outbreak, the disease has been related to birth defects in pregnant women. There have been multiple cases of pregnant women in Brazil who have been infected with the virus, and their babies are experiencing birth defects — or as recent case has shown, babies infected with Zika can even end up...Read More
Whether you live in Salt Lake City or on the East Coast, the threat of being bitten by an aggressive canine is real. Depending on where you live, dog bite laws will differ; however, a dog bite lawyer can help you gather information about state-specific laws and the most beneficial evidence you’ll need to win...Read More
When going skiing with your family at a resort outside of Provo, Utah, some of the most important equipment skiers can bring is their skis, ski poles, warm clothes, goggles and a helmet to keep your head safe. Research shows that ski and snowboard helmets reduce head injuries, but if you do get hurt while...Read More
Let’s first define what a wrongful death is: it’s when someone’s death is caused either negligently or through intentional harm. When it comes to a case, it’s up to the deceased person’s estate to decide if they want to file a lawsuit against the party who is legally liable for the death. So when it...Read More
The motorcycle culture is deeply rooted in tradition and companionship. Yet despite this, there still seems to be some speculation and difference of opinion when it comes to major motorcycle myths. What’s fact and what’s fiction? Are motorcycle helmet laws really all that effective? Although the discussion over motorcycle myths might make for a lively...Read More
With the widespread adoption of cell phones in the United States, distracted driving injuries and fatalities have increased markedly — auto accident situations involving cell phones rose by almost 10 percent between 2011 and 2013 alone. But while nearly 25 percent of car accidents in the U.S. are caused by texting and driving, cell phones...Read More
It’s every cartoon character’s nightmare: You’re running full-speed down the thoroughfare when all of a sudden you momentarily defy the laws of physics and fall into an open manhole. While these kinds of situations are all-too commonplace among fictional characters such as Goofy or “Ed, Edd n Eddy,” open manholes can pose a serious danger...Read More
Pretty much anything you own and drive is going to have some liability associated with it, and ATVs are no exception. An ATV (all- terrain vehicle) is used for thrills and excitement, and can even be used to haul things around your cabin property in St. George, Utah. An ATV is rather prone to incurring...Read More
More than 4.5 million people in the United States suffer from dog bites every year. While children and senior citizens are the most common victims of dog bites, people of all age groups are at risk for a dog bite injury — even from a dog with which you are familiar. There are a number...Read More
